1998 OPEL FRONTERA oil

4B2–47 DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn off the starter switch.
2. Disconnect the ECU connector from ECU.
Is the continuity established between terminals (B–67)4 and
(B–67)12?
Go to Step 2Go to Step 4
21. Connect the ECU connector.
2. Start the engine.
3. Set the TOD mode.
Does the voltage between terminals 4 and 20 indicate at least
0.4V?
Go to Step 3
The ECU has
failed. Replace
the ECU.
Go to Step 5
3Is the battery voltage always observed between terminals 4 and
20?
The harness is
short–circuited on
the battery.
Repair the circuit.
Go to Step 5
The phenomenon
is not
reproduced.
Refer to
“Troubles
intermittently
observed”.
Go to Step 5
41. Disconnect the M–27 connector.
Is the continuity established between transfer connector
terminals (A–3)8 and (A–3)7?
The harness is
broken. Repair
the circuit.
Go to Step 5
Replace the
transfer
electromagnetic
coil (solenoid
clutch).
Go to Step 5
51. Check that all the parts are mounted.
2. Clear the trouble code.
Is this step complete?
Repeat the
“Diagnosis Flow”.
Return to Step 5

DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD) 4B2–48
Check flowTrouble codePhenomenonStandard
1026The electromagnetic coil GND is
short-circuited.Resistance: 1.0 to 5.0 ohm (at ordi-
nary temperature)
D04RW060

4B2–49 DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn off the starter switch.
2. Disconnect the ECU connector from ECU.
Does the resistance between terminals (B–67)4 and (B–67)12?
indicate 1.0 to 5.0 ohm?
Go to Step 2Go to Step 3
21. Connect the ECU connector.
2. Start the engine.
3. Set the TOD mode.
When the throttle is operated between full close and full open
positions, does the voltage between terminals 4 and 20 indicate a t
least 0.1 to 1.0 V?The phenomenon
is not
reproduced.
Refer to
“Troubles
intermittently
observed”.
Go to Step 4
The ECU has
failed. Replace
the ECU.
Go to Step 4
3Does the resistance between transfer connector terminals (A–3)8
and (A–3)7 indicate 1.0 to 5.0ohm?
The harness is
broken. Repair
the circuit.
Go to Step 4
Replace the
transfer
electromagnetic
coil.
Go to Step 4
41. Check that all the parts are mounted.
2. Clear the trouble code.
Is this step complete?
Repeat the
“Diagnosis Flow”.
Return to Step 4

4B2–55 DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD)
StepActionYe sNo
11. Turn off the starter switch.
2. Disconnect the ECU connector from ECU.
Does the resistance between terminals 5 and 19 meet the
standard, R = 21
4 ohms?
The phenomenon
is not
reproduced.
Refer to
“Troubles
intermittently
observed”.
Go to Step 4
Go to Step 2
2Is the resistance between terminals 5 and 19 R<2 ohms?The signal line
circuit of the shift
on the fly system
is short-circuited
to GND. Repair
the circuit.
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 3
3Is the resistance between terminals 5 and 19 R= 97ohms?The signal line
circuit of the shift
on the fly system
is layer
short-circuited*.
Replace the valve
(VSV).
Go to Step 3
Go to Step 4
41. Check that all the parts are mounted.
2. Clear the trouble code.
Is this step complete?
Repeat the
“Diagnosis Flow”.
Return to Step 4
*Layer short-circuit : The coil is damaged by overcurrent.

DRIVE LINE CONTROL SYSTEM (TOD) 4B2–88
StepActionYe sNo
1Are the front and rear tires in specified size?
Go to Step 2
Replace the tires
with specified
ones, and service
the new tires.
Go to Step 16
2Is the tire pressure correct?
Go to Step 3
Replace the tires
with specified
ones, and service
the new tires.
Go to Step 16
3Are the tires free from abnormal wear?
Go to Step 4
Replace the tires
with specified
ones, and service
the new tires.
Go to Step 16
4Are different types of tires used?
Go to Step 5
Replace the tires
with specified
ones, and service
the new tires.
Go to Step 16
51. Start the engine.
2. Shift the transfer lever to the high (TOD) position.
3. Fully turn the steering to the left (or right) end, and select the D
range and start the creep run.
Does the tight corner braking occur? Is the judder with chug-chug
sound observed? * Use caution on the operation.
Go to Step 6 Go to Step 11
61. Shift the transfer lever to the 2H position.
2. Fully turn the steering to the left (or right) end, and select the D
range and start the creep run.
Does the tight corner braking occur? Is the judder with chug-chug
sound observed? * Use caution on the operation.
Go to Step 7 Go to Step 14
7Is an LSD mounted to the rear differential? Go to Step 8 Go to Step 9
8Is the genuine LSD oil used in the rear differential?
Go to Step 9
Replace the
differential oil.
Go to Step 16
9Does the engine output the power correctly?
Go to Step 10
Check the
engine.
Go to Step 16
10Do the speed sensors work correctly? (Check trouble codes.)The ECU has
failed. Replace
the ECU.
Go to Step 16
Replace the
speed sensors.
Go to Step 16
11Is the tight corner braking observed only when the brake is
applied?
Go to Step 12
Conduct full
steering under
WOT.
Go to Step 5
121. Turn off the starter switch.
2. Disconnect the ECU connector.
Is the battery voltage observed between terminals (B–68)6 and
(B–67)11?
Go to Step 13
Repair the circuit
of terminal 6
(ABS IN).
Go to Step 16

4C–1 DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
DRIVELINE/AXLE
DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 4C–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 4C–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 4C–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Shaft 4C–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Shaft and Associated Parts 4C–4. . . .
Removal 4C–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Seal Replacement 4C–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 4C–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 4C–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Hub and Disc (with Shift on the Fly) 4C–9. .
Disassembled View 4C–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4C–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 4C–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Hub and Disc with Manual Locking Hub 4C–14
Disassembled View 4C–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4C–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 4C–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 4C–20. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 4C–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Shaft Joint 4C–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Drive Shaft Joints Replacement 4C–22. . . .
Front Axle Drive Shaft 4C–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Axle Drive Shaft and Associated
Parts 4C–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4C–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bushing Replacement 4C–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reassembly 4C–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift On The Fly System 4C–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift On The Fly System and Associated
Parts 4C–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4C–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 4C–35. . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools 4C–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Propeller Shaft 4C–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 4C–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Propeller Shaft and Associated Parts 4C–38
Removal 4C–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 4C–39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly (Except TOD 4
4) 4C–40. . . . . . . . .
Universal Joint Disassembly 4C–41. . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Joint Reassembly 4C–45. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly (Except TOD 4
4) 4C–46. . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 4C–47. . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Propeller Shaft 4C–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 4C–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Propeller Shaft and Associated Parts 4C–48
Removal 4C–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 4C–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 4C–50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Joint Disassembly 4C–51. . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 4C–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Joint Reassembly 4C–53. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 4C–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 4C–55. . . . . . . . . . .

4C–3 DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
Diagnosis
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Oil Leak At Front AxleWorn or defective oil seal.Replace the oil seal.
Front axle housing cracked.Repair or replace.
Oil Leak At Pinion ShaftToo much gear oil.Correct the oil level.
Oil seal worn or defective.Replace the oil seal.
Pinion flange loose or damaged.Tighten or replace.
Noises In Front Axle Drive Shaft
JointBroken or worn drive shaft joints and
bellows (BJ and DOJ).Replace the drive shaft joints and
bellows.
“Clank” When Accelerating From
“Coast”Loose drive shaft joint to output shaft
bolts.Tighten.
Damaged inner drive shaft joint.Replace.
Shudder or Vibration During
Acceleration
Excessive drive shaft joint angle.Repair.
AccelerationWorn or damaged drive shaft joints.Replace.
Sticking spider assembly (inner drive
shaft joint).Lubricate or replace.
Sticking joint assembly (outer drive
shaft joint).Lubricate or replace.
Vibration At Highway SpeedsOut of balance or out of round tires.Balance or replace.
Front end out of alignment.Align.
Noises in Front AxleInsufficient gear oil.Replenish the gear oil.
Wrong or poor grade gear oil.Replace the gear oil.
Drive pinion to ring gear backlash
incorrect.Adjust the backlash.
Worn or chipped ring gear, pinion
gear or side gear.Replace the ring gear, pinion gear or
side gear.
Pinion shaft bearing worn.Replace the pinion shaft bearing.
Wheel bearing worn.Replace the wheel bearing.
Differential bearing loose or worn.Tighten or replace.
Wanders and PullsWheel bearing preload too tight.Adjust the wheel bearing preload.
Incorrect front alignment.Adjust the front alignment.
Steering linkage loose or worn.Tighten or replace.
Steering gear out of adjustment.Adjust or replace the steering gear.
Tire worn or improperly inflated.Adjust the inflation or replace.
Front or rear suspension parts loose
or broken.Tighten or replace.
Front Wheel ShimmyWheel bearing worn or improperly
adjusted.Adjust or replace.
Incorrect front alignment.Adjust the front alignment.
Worn ball joint or bush.Replace the ball joint or bush.
Steering linkage loose or worn.Tighten or replace.
Steering gear out of adjustment.Tighten or replace.
Tire worn or improperly inflated.Replace or adjust the inflation.
Shock absorber worn.Replace the shock absorber.

4C–5 DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM
7.Remove the parking brake cable mounting
bolts(Behind the back plate)(1).
311RS001
8. Remove the bearing holder mounting nuts.
9. Remove axle shaft assembly.
NOTE: Be sure not to damage the oil seal.
10. Remove snap ring.
11. Using a bearing remover 5–8840–2295–0 and press,
remove retainer together with the bearing holder.
420RW024
12. Remove bearing.
13. Remove bearing holder.
14. Remove back plate.15. Remove the wheel pins using a remover
5–8840–0079–0.
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Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
corrosion or any other abnormal conditions are found
through inspection.
Visual Check:
Check the following parts for wear, damage, noise or any
other abnormal conditions:
1. Axle shaft
2. Bearing
When checking the axle shaft, pay special attention to the
splined portions and replace the shaft if distortion or step
wear is noticeable. Correct slight step wear with a grinder.
420RS008